Ventnor Mile and Independence Day Run
- Date Fri 3rd July 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Ventnor City, New Jersey
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting celebration at the 54th Annual Ventnor Mile and Independence Day Run on Friday, July 3, 2026, in beautiful Ventnor City, Atlantic! This vibrant event kicks off at 7:00 PM, rain or shine, featuring a fast and scenic 1-mile out-and-back course entirely along the picturesque boardwalk. Runners can expect a festive atmosphere, complete with live music, delicious food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display!
Participants can register online to secure their spot and guarantee a race T-shirt, with pre-registration pricing available until June 14, 2026. The event offers competitive age group prizes for both male and female finishers, ensuring that runners of all ages can join in the fun. Whether you're aiming for your personal best or just looking to enjoy a night of community spirit, the Ventnor Mile is the perfect way to kick off your Independence Day celebrations! Don’t miss out on this fantastic summer tradition!
Participants can register online to secure their spot and guarantee a race T-shirt, with pre-registration pricing available until June 14, 2026. The event offers competitive age group prizes for both male and female finishers, ensuring that runners of all ages can join in the fun. Whether you're aiming for your personal best or just looking to enjoy a night of community spirit, the Ventnor Mile is the perfect way to kick off your Independence Day celebrations! Don’t miss out on this fantastic summer tradition!
Organiser's Description
54TH ANNUAL VENTNOR MILE RUN 2026
FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026 - START TIME: 7:00PM _(RAIN OR SHINE)_
LOCATION: NEW HAVEN AVENUE AND THE BOARDWALK
THE VENTNOR MILE IS A FAST, SCENIC 1-MILE OUT-AND-BACK COURSE ENTIRELY ON THE BOARDWALK..
START LINE: BOARDWALK AT NEW HAVEN AVE. - FINISH LINE: NEW HAVEN AVE. TURNAROUND: MARTINDALE AVE & BOARDWALK.
THIS COURSE IS NOT CERTIFIED WITH USATF: CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1931743?units=miles]
PRE REGISTERED (THROUGH JUNE 14, 2026)
$20.00 (CHILD PRICE $15.00 UNDER 11)
JUNE 15 - RACE DAY
$25.00 (CHILD PRICE $20.00 UNDER 11)
PLEASE SIGN-UP ONLINE TO PREVENT A BACKLOG ON RACE DAY.
WE WILL HAVE NO PAPER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY EVERYONE MUST SIGNUP ONLINE.
PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 5:00PM - 6:45PM
(REGISTRATION INSIDE THE COMMUNITY BUILDING ON NEWPORT AVE BEHIND THE LIBRARY.)
T-SHIRTS: SHIRTS GUARANTEED TO PRE-REGISTERED RUNNERS.
ANY REMAINING SHIRTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS.
_(T-SHIRT SIZE: YOUTH LARGE, SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, XLARGE, XXLARGE)_
PRIZES: TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
8 AND UNDER, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-65, 66-75, 76+.
POST-RACE AWARDS CEREMONY AT NEWPORT AVE STAGE APPROX. 7:45 PM (DURING BAND BREAK)
LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, RACE & FIREWORKS!
INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT: 609-823-7950
_SPONSORED BY THE VENTNOR CITY COMMISSIONERS, RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND OCEANFIRST BANK_
FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026 - START TIME: 7:00PM _(RAIN OR SHINE)_
LOCATION: NEW HAVEN AVENUE AND THE BOARDWALK
THE VENTNOR MILE IS A FAST, SCENIC 1-MILE OUT-AND-BACK COURSE ENTIRELY ON THE BOARDWALK..
START LINE: BOARDWALK AT NEW HAVEN AVE. - FINISH LINE: NEW HAVEN AVE. TURNAROUND: MARTINDALE AVE & BOARDWALK.
THIS COURSE IS NOT CERTIFIED WITH USATF: CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1931743?units=miles]
PRE REGISTERED (THROUGH JUNE 14, 2026)
$20.00 (CHILD PRICE $15.00 UNDER 11)
JUNE 15 - RACE DAY
$25.00 (CHILD PRICE $20.00 UNDER 11)
PLEASE SIGN-UP ONLINE TO PREVENT A BACKLOG ON RACE DAY.
WE WILL HAVE NO PAPER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY EVERYONE MUST SIGNUP ONLINE.
PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 5:00PM - 6:45PM
(REGISTRATION INSIDE THE COMMUNITY BUILDING ON NEWPORT AVE BEHIND THE LIBRARY.)
T-SHIRTS: SHIRTS GUARANTEED TO PRE-REGISTERED RUNNERS.
ANY REMAINING SHIRTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS.
_(T-SHIRT SIZE: YOUTH LARGE, SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, XLARGE, XXLARGE)_
PRIZES: TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
8 AND UNDER, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-65, 66-75, 76+.
POST-RACE AWARDS CEREMONY AT NEWPORT AVE STAGE APPROX. 7:45 PM (DURING BAND BREAK)
LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, RACE & FIREWORKS!
INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT: 609-823-7950
_SPONSORED BY THE VENTNOR CITY COMMISSIONERS, RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND OCEANFIRST BANK_
Races
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1 Mile Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 3rd July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$22.20
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Ventnor Community Building, 6500 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor City, 08406, NJ, United States
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